Conference Room Layout Designs and Plans
Here's a helpful reference guide to the different kinds of conference room designs and layout plans and the way the seating can be arranged.
Hollow DesignSquare conference tables arranged in a square or rectangle or even octagon, leaving the center open. Chairs are placed around the outside of the tables.
Best usage: Larger meetings of 12 to 30 pax, at which group interaction among attendees is important and meetings when the event does not have a designated leader or presenter.
Useful layout design that provides workspace for each person and good communication and visual lines for each person.
Banquet RoundsA group of round tables, each seating 6-10 people usually, set to facilitate serving food, usually in a hexagonal or square design.
1/2 Rounds
Seating around 1/2 of the table so all are facing towards the front allowing everyone to face a presenter.
Best usage: Banquet-style is the setup plan of choice for most meal functions. In addition, it is also useful for small business meetings and breakouts or groups involving group interaction and/or note taking.
Reception or CocktailSmall, round cocktail/reception tables (usually 15-30 inches or 38-76 centimeters in diameter) with chairs.
Tall tables positioned uniformly to allow for even coverage of the banquet room and standing room only. Great for cocktail parties and receptions.
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